Endowed Morrow Chair in Chemical Engineering

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Job Title :

Endowed Morrow Chair in Chemical Engineering

Department :

Engineering Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Endowed Morrow Chair in Chemical Engineering

William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

College of Engineering

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering () at The Ohio State University invites applications for the endowed Morrow Chair, a Tenure-Track Full Professor appointment in the area of sustainability, green chemistry, process control, systems engineering, modelling, machine learning, data analytics, or artificial intelligence, materials and / or energy, including areas such as separations, reaction engineering, advanced granular materials (non-polymeric), and catalytic or non-catalytic processes in photo-, electro-, and / or thermo-chemical systems.

The research area should complement the current research portfolio of the department (). This position will start as early as Autumn 2025.

Position Overview

This is a tenure-track endowed chair position at the level of full professor.

Performance Objectives

The candidate will be expected to help further our mission of educating undergraduate and graduate students in CBE, fostering cross-fertilization with other disciplines, advancing the state-of-the-art knowledge in CBE and allied fields through novel and sustained research, serving the public, academic, and industrial communities through consultation, collaborative efforts, dissemination of research results, entrepreneurship, or participation in conferences of professional societies, and valuing different perspectives.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Doctorate (academic) or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Demonstrated accomplishments and recognition or reputation in one or more of the areas indicated, including areas such as separations, reaction engineering, advanced granular materials (non-polymeric), and catalytic or non-catalytic processes in photo-, electro-, and / or thermo-chemical systems, as well as sustainability, green chemistry, process control, systems engineering, modelling, machine learning, data analytics, or artificial intelligence;
• Author of publications of substantial interest and value in the field of chemical engineering including presentation of papers to professional societies and contributions to new designs or techniques of material significance in the solution of important problems;
• Experience in writing research proposals;
• Success in securing independent external funding;
• Demonstrated efforts in research, teaching, and / or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio State’s
• Demonstrated leadership;
• Providing quality mentoring and supervision at the graduate level;
• Experience in teaching graduate and / or undergraduate level courses (for current academics);
• Demonstrated efforts in research and / or outreach and engagement that reflect Ohio State's Shared Values.

How to Apply

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach documents in the Application Documents section. Please provide the required documents listed below.

• Attachment 1 : Cover Letter : 1 2-page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Attachment 2 : CV (Curriculum Vitae) / Resume : Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
• Attachment 3 : Research Statement : Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work / research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
• Attachment 4 : Teaching and Mentoring Statement : A statement of your experience, approach, and philosophy regarding your teaching and mentoring.

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A list of three references upon request

For questions regarding this position, please contact Professors L.-S. Fan and Nicholas Brunelli at and .

Application review :

Review of applications will begin by October 1, 2024.

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.

Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.

Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.

Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.

Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.

Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.